Can you learn to fly a plane at home?

Can you learn to fly a plane at home?

Can you learn to fly a plane at home?

Well, in most places in the world, it's not legal to fly a plane without a pilot's license - and to get a pilot's license you need to be taught by a qualified instructor. So you can't (legally) teach yourself.

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Can a plane fly for 24 hours?
Theoretically it is possible but even a supersonic jet would be hindered by factors such as speed restrictions and in-flight refuelling. Yes – but only in theory. The Earth is roughly 40,000km in circumference at the equator, and completes one rotation every 24 hours.
2023-11-27 10:28:29


Can you fly a plane with flight simulator?
A PC flight simulator can be a great training device for practicing procedures, checklists, emergencies, and pre-flying routes for students and novice pilots. However, PC simulators are unable to replicate the motion, feel, turbulence, and handling which can only be accomplished in a real aircraft.
2023-10-09 11:42:54


Can you fly a homemade plane?
A custom built aircraft requires a pilot license to fly in addition to an airworthiness certificate for the airplane. An ultralight does not require a pilot's license or an airworthiness certificate - generally speaking. Basically, there are five different types of materials used in building amateur-built airplanes.
2023-04-05 20:08:45


Can a civilian fly a military plane?
If you want to learn to fly a fighter jet as a civilian, there are private programs for certified pilots to become trained and rated to fly these types of aircraft.
2023-01-02 15:26:38